Tarta de Espinaca (Argentinian Spinach Pie)

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Tarta de Espinaca is a common homemade dish in Argentina. It is eaten for lunch or light dinner. It is simple, filling and baked in a round pan.

😌 Difficulty: Easy
⏱️ Preparation time: 25 min
🔥 Cooking time: 30 min
⏳ Total time: 55 min
👥 Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 ready-made savory pie crust (shortcrust pastry, about 230-250 g)
  • 400 g fresh spinach
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 3 eggs
  • 150 g ricotta cheese
  • 100 g grated mozzarella
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C.
  2. Remove pie crust from refrigerator 10 minutes before using so it becomes flexible.
  3. Lightly oil a round baking pan (about 24 cm).
  4. Place the pie crust into the pan. Press it gently into the bottom and sides. Trim excess dough from the edges.
  5. Use a fork to make small holes in the base (this prevents bubbling).
  6. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  7. Add onion and cook 3-4 minutes until soft.
  8. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
  9. Add spinach. Cook until fully wilted (about 3-4 minutes).
  10. Transfer spinach mixture to a bowl and let cool 5 minutes.
  11. Gently squeeze spinach with your hands or a spoon to remove excess liquid.
  12. In a separate bowl, mix eggs, ricotta, mozzarella, salt and pepper.
  13. Add spinach mixture and stir until evenly combined.
  14. Pour filling into prepared crust and spread evenly.
  15. Bake for about 30 minutes until:
  • top is lightly golden
  • center is firm when touched
  1. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Typical Side in Argentina

Serve with a simple tomato and lettuce salad dressed with olive oil and salt.

SpinThatCuisine Tip 💡

If the crust becomes too soft while pressing into the pan, place it in the fridge for 5 minutes before filling.